Mr. Spychalski was born and raised in Michigan City, Indiana. In 1999, he received his Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Finance with emphasis in Management Information Systems and French from Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana. In 2002, Mr. Spychalski earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Tulsa, College of Law and was a member of the Honorary Delta Theta Phi Legal Fraternity for International Law. He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 2010, Oklahoma in 2003 and to the District of Columbia Bar in 2007. Mr. Spychalski has made it his mission...

A native of Commerce and Temple, Texas, Paul F. WieneskieAttorney Paul Wieneskie brings over 30 years of practice experience to Bailey & Galyen, with an emphasis on civil appeals, municipal law (representing cities or private citizens), economic development concerns, and land use and planning. He has been board-certified in civil appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1994, an honor accorded to less than one in every ten lawyers in the state of Texas. He is also AV-rated by his colleagues in the legal profession under Martindale-Hubbell’s Peer Review Rating System®* (since 1997). Paul has successfully represented...

The law firm of Bailey & Galyen is one of the largest “consumer law firms” in the state of Texas with over 30 attorneys and 13 offices throughout Texas. The Firm was originally established in 1989 with the objective of providing high quality legal services to the public by acquiring the best attorneys, staff and utilizing the latest technology to maximize productivity. Bailey & Galyen has expanded its services to include most consumer areas of law. The Firm’s focus is to provide competent legal representation which centers on total client satisfaction. The pride of past accomplishments here at Bailey &...

Jessica Phillips was born in Hutchinson, Kansas but quickly moved to Texas with her family and was raised in Irving, Texas. She attended Irving High School and then went on to Austin College. While at Austin College, Jessica studied business administration and was also a member of the Kangaroo varsity volleyball team. After graduation, Jessica moved to Fort Worth, Texas and attended Texas Wesleyan School of Law (now Texas A&M School of Law). Since being licensed in 2013, Jessica has focused primarily on family law as well as estate planning and probate. Jessica’s family law experience includes divorce, child...

Martin Miller has been Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law since 1993. That Board Certification mark of excellence and distinguished accomplishment that Martin has enjoyed is attained by only one in ten Texas attorneys, and indicates that Martin has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in criminal law cases. Admitted to the Texas bar in 1987, Martin began his legal career at the Dallas County Criminal District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant Criminal District Attorney. He prosecuted cases ranging from the simplest misdemeanors to capital murder cases. He has had more...

Throughout his career, Scott W. Wert has helped thousands of injured people as well as families of individuals who have been wrongfully killed as a result of another’s negligence or as a result of a company’s bad acts. After graduating law school in 1995, Scott immediately went to work at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office in Houston, Texas. As an Assistant District Attorney, Scott conducted numerous trials seeking justice for victims of intoxicated drivers, assault, and other crimes. From 1997 to the present, Mr. Wert has represented thousands of injured people and their families. A veteran trial...

Keith Spencer is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law. That Board Certification mark of excellence and distinguished accomplishment is attained by only one in ten Texas attorneys, and indicates that Keith has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in family law cases. Keith was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1987. Mr. Spencer is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and holds Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in Communications from the University of North Texas. Keith is a Board Certified Family Law specialist. Mr. Spencer has practiced Family Law in Tarrant...

Robert Blankenship has been licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Texas since receiving his degree in law from Texas Wesleyan University in 1995. A Big Spring native, Robert’s family moved to Weatherford after his father died. Robert is licensed to practice law in the Federal Northern District of Texas, and The Federal Eastern District of Texas. Before joining the Wynne Law Firm Robert worked at the Office of the Attorney General of Texas wherehttp://www.divorce-attorney-fort-worth.com/images/Capture.PNG he was recognized as the Assistant Attorney General of the Year for 2010. While law school he was Order of the Barristers...

John Robinson is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has enjoyed Board Certification in Criminal Law since 1998. His Board Certification is a mark of excellence and a distinguished accomplishment that only one in ten Texas attorneys attains. That Certification indicates that John has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in his representation of clients accused of committing crimes. John Robinson is relentlessly committed to the protection of the constitutional rights of every client. For that, John is respected throughout Dallas County and surrounding Counties. His experience in preparation, negotiation,...

Mrs. Coleman-Fron was born in Wichita Falls, Texas but grew up in the Metroplex where she graduated from Irving’s MacArthur High School in 1988. Mrs. Coleman-Fron received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas with double majors in Political Science and Criminal Justice in 1992. From there, she earned a Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 1995. Mrs. Coleman-Fron was licensed by the State Bar of Texas in November 1995. She has also been admitted to the United States Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas. During her...

Jane Mapes has been practicing law for 26 years and has devoted her practice to Family Law for the past 16 years, in Texas. Prior to relocating to Texas in 1996, she concentrated on real estate and personal injury law in the State of Florida, where she went to law school, and was admitted to the Bar in 1988. Upon moving to Texas, Ms. Mapes was admitted to the State Bar of Texas, and began practicing with a general practice law firm in Grand Prairie, where she familiarized herself with the courts in Tarrant and Dallas Counties. Jane then joined...

Mr. Musemeche is a native Houstonian, and Board Certified litigator with 27 years of experience in civil trial and appellate practice. Rob has built a litigation practice focused on all aspects of family law, including custody and divorce, along with business/civil litigation, probate and personal injury (plaintiff and defense). Rob has a reputation for being aggressive, smart and able to resolve highly complex legal matters with creative solutions and solid case preparation. Rob’s clients include successful individuals, professionals, small business owners, corporations and entrepreneurs.

Jennifer is very driven; which helps her be a strong and effective advocate for her clients. She believes in treating people who find themselves unable to work with dignity and respect while providing excellent representation and personal service.Born and raised in the North Dallas area; Jennifer graduated from Plano Sr. High in 1993. Four years later, she received her Bachelor of Science degrees in Criminal Justice, Business Law and English from UNT. Following college, she took two years off to begin her family before continuing her education and going to law school at SMU. In 2003, she was awarded a...

Whitaker started at the ground level of the oil and gas business. After graduating from the University of Texas in 2001 and South Texas College of Law in 2004, Whitaker has been involved in every step of the industry. Whitaker examined title, negotiated leases, and determined mineral ownership for landowners in courthouses and counties all over Texas. Whitaker also conducted due-diligence for high profile companies such as ExxonMobil. Whitaker either composed or contributed to Drilling and Division Order Title Opinions in Texas, North Dakota, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio for numerous nationwide law firms. Whitaker is currently the Manager of...

Michael R. Cramer’s practice includes extensive experience in business law, civil and commercial litigation, employment law, corporate law, construction law, real estate, civil defense and estate planning. Attorney Cramer has more than 21 years of practice. Michael developed a statewide practice focused on litigation. His cases range from breach of contract to construction delay claims against the State of Texas. He also works with Family Law and Divorce cases. His business litigation practice includes the representation of corporations of all sizes. Michael has considerable experience in assisting corporations to avoid litigation through consultancy and risk avoidance. He counsels business...

Mr. Nguyen earned his B.A. in History from the University of Texas at Arlington and his J.D. from the Southern Methodist University. He is a licensed member of the Texas Bar. He provides advice to clients in the areas of Family Law, Auto Accidents/Person Injury, Bankruptcy, and Business Counseling.

Rachael was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada where she attended high school at one of Canada’s premier preparatory schools, Ashbury College. For her college education, Rachael wanted to experience life in a bigger city and moved to Toronto. There she attended the University of Toronto, a worldwide top ranked college, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with honors in American Studies and Human Geography. After spending 21 years in Canada, Rachael wanted to start her life in a warmer climate and so chose to attend St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas, graduating with...

Brandy Austin is a founding member of the firm. Her practice specializes in personal injury, family law, small business litigation, and wills and probate. Brandy attended East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. for her undergraduate degree. She majored in both English and Political Science. She went on to attend Baylor Law School and successfully completed Baylor's prestigious Practice Court program. She was part of Baylor's National Client Counseling Team and participated in their Moot Court Competition. Brandy went on to defend clients sued for medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury. She has represented numerous clients at depositions,...

Dana Floyd Manry is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. She received her Bachelors Degree from the University of Georgia in 1992. She then continued her studies in law school, graduating from Mississippi College school of Law in Jackson, Mississippi in 1996. Mrs. Manry, a member of the Georgia State Bar Since 1996, has also been admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 1997 when she relocated to Chicago, Illinois. There she practiced Corporate Law until 2005 when she turned her talents to Family Law. Now she continues her practice limited to Family Law here in Texas. Mrs. Manry...

If you require the services of an attentive family law attorney, personal injury attorney, or immigration lawyer and you are in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, look to the Nwokoye Law firm for compassionate and astute legal advice that will steer your legal matter to the best possible conclusion. Violet Nwokoye is not only an attorney who is proactive in establishing and fighting for your rights in the courtroom, but she is also a licensed psychotherapist who has great ability to understand the dynamics of a particular situation in a way that goes beyond the law. If you have been injured...

My law practice is devoted almost exclusively to criminal defense. Prior to becoming a criminal defense attorney, I was a prosecutor for approximately 10 years. My past experience as a prosecutor provides invaluable knowledge on how to prepare a defense for persons accused of criminal offenses. Neither myself, nor any other attorney, can guarantee a specific result. However, I will devote as much attention to your case as it takes in an effort to achieve a favorable outcome. I will tell you what you need to know, even though it may not be what you want to hear. I will...

Doug Wright is a native of Fort Worth who graduated from Paschal High School in 1972 before earning a Bachelor’s of Business Administration at the University of Texas at Austin in 1976. He then attended St. Mary University School of Law. After graduating and getting licensed in 1979 he returned to Fort Worth where his father was a Family District Judge and began his legal career.After being in private practice for almost 30 years Mr. Wright joined the firm of Bailey & Galyen in 2009 as Managing Attorney of the Fort Worth Office. He has committed his practice to Family...

Brent McMullen grew up in the Metroplex where he graduated from Nimitz High School. Brent received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. While attending Southwestern University he was a member of the collegiate baseball team. Upon completion of his under-graduate degree he worked with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison where he found his passion for the practice of law. Brent then attended Texas A&M Law School. While at Texas A&M Law School Brent was a public interest law fellow, teaching assistant, and American Constitution Society President. In addition to his Juris Doctorate, Brent McMullen also holds...

Alex was born in San Antonio, TX, where he spent the first decade of his life. A change in employment for his father meant a move to South America. He spent five years living in Venezuela before returning to the great state of Texas, where he has resided ever since. His time in South America allowed Alex to experience an entirely different culture and gave him the opportunity to become fluent in Spanish, a valuable asset in his current practice.After graduating from high school in Dallas, he attended Texas Tech University where he received a BBA in International Business from...

Everyone knows that the idiosyncrasies of our legal system can often result in unreasonably protracted legal disputes, as endless appeals and requests drag out even the simplest of cases for months and even years.
At the offices of Dwain Downing Attorney at Law , we feel it is our mission to provide the fastest and best legal service possible

After 24 years of active service in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, Brad Johnson retired as a Chief Petty Officer and resumed the pursuit of his childhood goal, a career in law. Beginning as a legal assistant in Dallas, he attended evening classes at SMU’s Dedman School of Law and graduated in 2008. Knowing that he intended to focus his practice on family law, he concentrated his studies in that area as much as possible, serving as the President of the Student Family Law Association and liaison to the Dallas Bar Association’s Family Law Section during his...

Sandra L. Sprott is currently a solo practitioner and owner of the Law Office of Sandra Sprott, P.C. in Arlington, Texas. Ms. Sprott represents diverse clients in the fields of collections, small business planning, and commercial/consumer litigation. She also devotes her time representing clients in the areas of family law, landlord/tenant disputes, estate planning, and probate matters. From 2008 to 2013, Ms. Sprott was a Managing Attorney at the Law Office of Ben Abbott, P.C., in Garland, Texas. In this role she provided counsel and performed a full complement of legal activities in the plaintiff personal injury field....

Described by colleagues as a “gym rat” in the courtroom, Bill Forteith still loves going into court and fighting for his clients in trial after almost forty years of exclusively practicing civil trial law. Trying hundreds of jury trials, his legal experience has literally gone from the cradle to the grave having represented clients involved in prenatal and neonatal care, daycare centers, nursing homes and even funeral homes. Yet trial work, such as automobile accidents and premises liability cases, excite him just as much as the more unusual cases. He believes that every client deserves the same passionate representation regardless...

Jim Ross is the founding and principal attorney of Jim Ross Law Group, P.C. Jim served his country as a marine, and served his community as a police officer. He now defends his clients' rights with passion, intelligence and trust.

Cagney McCormick is our Managing Attorney in our Pre-Litigation Department. Mr. McCormick has spent his entire career zealously representing injured Texans in personal injury cases throughout Texas. Mr. McCormick is a native of the DFW area and graduated from Waxahachie High School in 2003. He attended the University of Texas at Austin and graduated early in 2006 with Double Majors in Government and American Studies while working a full time job. After graduation, Mr. McCormick joined the World’s number one computer manufacturer and sales company and quickly became a top sales representative in their noncommercial department. After several...

There have been three life experiences that have dramatically impacted the way that I practice law.
The first experience would be my role as a single mother. Although being a single mother would not have been the choice I would have made voluntarily, a tragedy made single motherhood a reality. Through family support and the love of friends, I was able to put myself through college and law school. I personally experienced how hard it is for a single parent to juggle the role as provider and mother. I have felt many of the same emotions that my...

If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody:
A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

Separate Property:
Property acquired before marriage or during the marriage as a gift or inheritance, or bought during marriage with separate property.